Research Intern: Social Policy & Homelessness

The Salvation Army Southern California; Tustin (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California invites applications for a paid seasonal Research Intern position in the Center for Applied Research and Innovation (CARI). The role focuses on homelessness, mental health, and related social work challenges, offering hands-on experience in data analysis and problem solving with a collaborative team.

You will help analyze trends, support creative solutions, and contribute to reports, presentations, and grants while working in a hybrid environment to support

Qualifications

• Passion for social justice and homelessness.
• Ability to work independently and in a remote or hybrid environment.
• Must meet deadlines, handle figures, and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews on homelessness, mental health, and related social work challenges.
• Conduct focus groups and in-person interviews with staff, volunteers, homeless participants, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends and insights.
• Assist in preparing research reports, presentations, and policy briefs.
• Brainstorm and contribute ideas for programs addressing homelessness and related issues.
• Support design and evaluation of pilot projects or case studies.
• Collaborate with researchers, policymakers, and community partners to ensure applicability of findings.

Skills

Literature review

Qualitative Analysis

Critical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Teamwork

Cultural competency

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Sociology/Public health/Social work degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Salvation Army Southern California invites applications for a paid seasonal Research Intern position in the Center for Applied Research and Innovation (CARI). The role focuses on homelessness, mental health, and related social work challenges, offering hands-on experience in data analysis and problem solving with a collaborative team.

You will help analyze trends, support creative solutions, and contribute to reports, presentations, and grants while working in a hybrid environment to support